Manila airport officials prevented what would have turned into a real life version of horror flick “Snakes on a Plane” this week when they stopped more than 130 reptiles, including poisonous cobras, from boarding a flight to Bangkok.
Reptiles such as dozens of lizards, wearing diapers to conceal the stench of their urine, and 60 snakes concealed in water bottles, were discovered on Tuesday morning inside two suitcases belonging to a Filipino woman, airport officials said.
While her luggage was being x-rayed, security officers noticed something moving and the discovery was made. Unfortunately, one of the nappy-clad lizards reportedly died due to heat.
Reptiles, amphibians and other exotic animals have become a popular delicacy and ornament in many parts of Asia. Due to the belief that they are effective aphrodisiacs and good-luck charms.
In similar news, last week, Manila airport authorities arrested a Filipino man trying to smuggle three live Siamese crocodiles from Cambodia.
I like to eat salamander sandwiches.
My mind is now blank thanks to Mr. Fab’s comment.
People will do the craziest things.. I thought sitting next to the old overweight lady was bad enough!